MELOXICAM vs RUFEN

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 23, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. MELOXICAM and RUFEN are different prescription medicines. Combining or switching between them can cause interactions — talk to a pharmacist or prescriber before making changes. This page is not medical advice.

Attribute	MELOXICAM	RUFEN
Rating	New	70/100
Pharmacy pays	~$0.56 /30	$0.04 /mL
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	MELOXICAM	IBUPROFEN
Manufacturer	CR Double Crane	Basf
Dosage forms	Capsule, Suspension, Tablet	Tablet
Drug class	Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug	Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug
Boxed warning	None	None
Half-life	about 15 to 20 hours	about 1.8 to 2.0 hours
Treats	Rheumatoid Arthritis, Osteoarthritis	Juvenile Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Bursitis

meloxicam rufen

Rating

New

70/100

Pharmacy pays

~$0.56 /30

$0.04 /mL

Type

Active ingredient

MELOXICAM

IBUPROFEN

Manufacturer

CR Double Crane

Basf

Dosage forms

Capsule, Suspension, Tablet

Tablet

Drug class

Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug

Boxed warning

None

Half-life

about 15 to 20 hours

about 1.8 to 2.0 hours

Treats

Rheumatoid Arthritis, Osteoarthritis

Juvenile Arthritis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Bursitis

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Meloxicam and Rufen?

Meloxicam contains Meloxicam, while Rufen contains Ibuprofen — they have different active ingredients.

Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data. This comparison is for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional before choosing or switching a medication.